You know what I mean: going into the brick and mortar store Neiman Marcus and browsing their curated collection of designer deliciousness.

It’s a rare occurrence for me these days and always a pleasure.

A few treats from yesterday here:

SUMMER STAPLES

For the past year my style has been dominated by monochromatic outfits in either white and nude or blue and black All of the pieces are neutral with a little attitude. Yesterday I was on the hunt for a sassy black mule but didn’t find anything that needed to come home with me. On the lighter side, I found several stems I love: (top left clockwise) Gucci, Manolo Blahnik, Lawrence Dacade, Jimmy Choo.

I’m a huge fan of the ankle sleeve (white Jimmy Choo) although I wouldn’t buy it in white. A few nights on my feet and those babies would be black!

TOM FORD

I wish I could have the same adoration for TF’s new handbags. Despite the fact that they’re made of the finest leather and hardware, the styles are unattractive to me. On the left, I see an oversized cigarette case folded over. My grandmother was a smoker, so maybe that’s why??? On the right a lazy Birkin being held up by a Celine Edge backbone. It’s almost like TF gave all of his sex appeal to the clothing and had nothing left for the accessories.

BALENCIAGA

Looks like there’s been a shift to the sophisticated side. While the classic City Bag still hangs on the racks, she’s looking a bit slouchy next to the very structured Tube design.

LET’S PLAY HIDE AND…SALE!

Here are the rules. You, Mr. Sales Associate, hide this Fendi bag in the back room. Don’t tell anyone where you’ve put it. Then when she goes on sale, you run run run to the phone, call me, and I’ll find you to ring her up.

For those of you unfamiliar with Coachella, it’s a two-weekend alternative music festival held outside Palm Springs, California. Think Woodstock for hipsters as this chick would indicate.

Even though the music is alt, the attire is all-out hippie and natural. Emphasis on natural. If you look too good, you look like that chick that tried too hard. And if you have on too many pieces, you’ll burn alive in the desert heat.

Usually, I’m a HUGE proponent of keep yourself covered and show off one “money-maker,” but since the bands rock out their fans in the heat of the desert it’s only fitting clothing is minimal.

Below are a few of the more tame looks (that’s right) we can learn from and incorporate into our spring wardrobes.

Yep, that is a Chanel “running” shoe. Or, as some of you call them ,sneakers. Whether or not you can actually use it for jogging is unclear (I don’t think anyone has even asked the question or cares). What we do know is that they caused more of scene than exposed nipples when they hit the runway…paired with suits an gowns. Ummmm….what?!

If you’re a New Yorker and walk to work, the suit-sneaker combo isn’t uncommon for you. It’s the only comfortable way to hustle around the island. But no one needs expensive sneakers. So it’s not that we need them, it’s that we want the little luxury. Nike has done a good job supporting our feet with cute, functional activewear and our wallet with a more affordable price. Now Chanel is upping the anti, just like they did with suits and bags.

The bottom line for me: if I’m buying Chanel, my money certainly isn’t going to sneakers.

I suppose Chanel just wanted a foot in the crazy kicks game. Although Lagerfeld has been quoted saying, “I don’t do sneakers.” You know who does though? Los Angeles. I’ll see these all over the streets…and, honestly, I’ll stop for a moment of envy and then get on with my latte.

For a few seasons (since Spring 2012), fashionistas have been lamenting about mules strutting down the runway of their favorite designers. Now apparently the open soled shoe can no longer be ignored. Mules are officially back in style.

Thankfully the designs are more fun and feminine. Not so clunky and loud. According to the WSJ article by Meenal Mistry, this new breed of mule doesn’t slap against your heel like the older models. And your toes don’t have to hold onto the shoe for dear life.

I’ve been wondering when the platform craze would die down and my coveted rounded toes would be replaced. Now, my fashionista friends, is the time.

It doesn’t matter what your personal style mantra is, what the day calls for, what the attire is for the occasion, your shoes should have pointed toes and your feet should be securely on the ground.

So unfortunately all of the platform Louboutins and YSLs with rounded toes we’ve been collecting for the last five years will have to hide out in a dust bag while pointed toes take center stage again.

For someone with a size 10 foot, the silhouette is so defeating. I make every effort to make my feet look SMALLER, not longer! That being said, I’m a fan of the style because it adds attitude to an outfit.

I’ll let you know when I jump on the bandwagon. My shoes or choice right now are Valentino flats, croc sandals, and these Phillip Morel gold sneakers. Nothing fancy; no wedge or spikes. They just make me smile.